Top 5 wood splitters

In many remote regions of Russia, there is no main gas, so homeowners continue to harvest firewood for the winter. To increase productivity with minimal physical cost allow wood splitters. Due to the well-thought-out construction, with one movement of the mechanism, the log is divided into 2 or 4 parts. Today on the market you can find several effective models with different designs. Our experts will help you choose the optimal model for home use.

How to choose a reliable wood splitter

1. If firewood is needed for a bath or a brazier, then a small volume can be chopped up using a manual wood splitter. Unlike the cleaver (ax), this device requires less physical expenditure, one or two blows with a sledge hammer is enough to quarter a large log. Manual splitter will help out and away from the mains.
2. When there is a task to prepare firewood for the winter for a private house or workshop, it is better to give preference to electric models. They are driven by an electric motor, the operator only needs to properly lay (put) the log and press the "start" button. Even a motor with a small capacity (1.5 kW) easily splits knotty logs. The approximate force on the chock will be about 4 tons. For larger logs, it is better to choose a model with a more powerful electric motor (2.2-3.0 kW) and an amount of force (5-7 tons).
3. With long-term work an important option will be the ability to adjust the height of the bed. She will allow to choose the most convenient position during the work. Although some users like to engage in the preparation of firewood, sitting on the chair.
4. When choosing a wood splitter, you should take into account the size of the logs to be split the unit. Most often there is enough length up to 50 cm, but meter killers will easily be included in some stoves or boilers. With thickness, the matter looks somewhat simpler, even if the maximum diameter is exceeded, the chock can be split in several stages, gradually turning it.
5. Wheels are usually used to move electric wood splitters. In combination with a convenient handle to move the unit weighing 40-50 kg is not difficult. If the device has a permanent location, the weight will not have a decisive value.
6. In the process of work we must not forget about security. Manufacturers equip their products with a two-handed inclusion to prevent hands from entering the work area. Special metal screens reduce the risk of worker damage by bounced slivers.

In our review hit the top 5 wood splitters. In compiling the rating, the opinion of experts and feedback from domestic consumers were taken into account.

Rating of the best wood splitters

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best hand wood splitters	1	Kolundrov "X4" X4-5	6 550 ₽
Top electric splitters	1	AL-KO LSV 7	36 690 ₽
	2	CHAMPION LSH5001	17 400 ₽
	3	AL-KO KHS 5204	18 490 ₽
	4	RedVerg RD-LS 25-37E	15 190 ₽

The best hand wood splitters

The simplest, most reliable and affordable device for splitting logs is a manual log splitter. To work with him, you will have to take a sledgehammer to hit the log. A good design came up with a domestic manufacturer.

Kolundrov "X4" X4-5

Rating: 4.7

A simple, but very effective device for harvesting firewood is the Kolundrov "X4" manual wood splitter.The model allows you to quickly chop wood for barbecue or Russian bath without much physical cost. Drovokol has an original design, which is based on a stable basis. The lower part in the form of a large washer with holes is connected by two steel bars with the upper ring. It becomes a kind of limiter for logs. Two sharp blades are located perpendicular to each other, which allows you to split the chock at once into 4 parts.

Users are pleased with the original design of the wood splitter, its efficiency and simplicity. The disadvantages include the need to wave a sledgehammer, as well as the limitation of logs in diameter (180 mm).

Top electric splitters

Maximum comfort when harvesting wood for the winter will provide homeowners electric wood splitters. The task of the operator will be to lay the logs and trigger the trigger. The experts selected several efficient and reliable models.

AL-KO LSV 7

Rating: 4.9

The AL-KO LSV 7 electric wood splitter can be attributed to professional tools. The vertical model is capable of splitting logs up to 1.03 m long. , 81 m and 1.03 m). An electric motor with a power of 3 kW creates enormous pressure (7 tons), so even logs with branches cannot resist the wood splitter. The device is set in motion and controlled by two hands, which ensures maximum safety of work. Experts have appreciated the performance and safety of the wood splitter, giving him first place in the ranking.

The model has earned many flattering words from users for its convenience in work and efficiency. The only obvious disadvantage is the high price.

CHAMPION LSH5001

Rating: 4.8

Experts have found the optimal combination of price and quality in the CHAMPION LSH5001 wood splitter. This electric unit is quite a bit inferior to the leader in power rating (a pressing force of 5 tons), losing at the maximum length of the logs (52 cm). But the Chinese device is lighter (45 kg) and mobile. The whole structure looks reliable, if necessary, bolted connections can be tightened. With a motor power of 2.2 kW, the wood splitter is able to cope with chocks with a diameter of 40 cm. The hydraulic system is filled with oil, but the unit itself will have to be assembled after unpacking.

Users had time to evaluate the pros and cons of the wood splitter. It looks safe and secure, the switch lever is protected by a metal visor. Not enough for the convenience of moving only rubber handles.

AL-KO KHS 5204

Rating: 4.7

Another model of the famous German company AL-KO fell into our rating. Wood splitter KHS 5204 works in a horizontal plane. It is based on a highly adjustable frame, making the back of the operator less tired. The dimensions of the split logs are limited to 52 cm in diameter and 0.25 m in length. The electric motor with a power of 2.2 kW creates a maximum pressing force of 5 tons. The strength of the design, like the durability, does not make experts doubt, but the stability of the unit leaves much to be desired. Therefore, only the third line of the rating.

Users have discovered another flaw that reduces productivity. The model is not equipped with a nozzle for splitting logs into 4 parts.

RedVerg RD-LS 25-37E

Rating: 4.6

The most affordable household appliance is the Chinese wood splitter RedVerg RD-LS 25-37E.It is easy to use, easy to use (40.5 kg) and compact in size. The model does not fall into the top three of the rating due to a small splitting effort (4 tons), as well as restrictions on the size of the logs. The maximum length of the logs should not exceed 37 cm, and the diameter - 25 cm. The two-handed control of the unit has a positive effect on operator safety, and thanks to the convenient handle and wheels, the device moves quickly. Steel elements are protected from corrosion by a paint and varnish coating.

The owners of the electric firewood chop the logs in half without any problems. But there is no special nozzle for quartering with the device.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.